Summer Flowering Bulbs
Summer Blooming Bulbs
Just Arrived! - Flower Bulbs! It’s that time of year when the fear of frost is over and planting summer-blooming bulbs is a great idea. Like most plants, bulbs appreciate well-drained soil rich in organic matter. So mix compost into your bulbs' planting holes to ensure good blooming. Choose from Dahlias, Freesia, Gladiolus, Lilies and more! These beauties will return year after year with impressive color. Plant on their own or with primroses as a cover crop until your bulbs start peaking out. Please note, not all varieties are available at all locations.
Dahlias
Dahlias are an excellent choice for Bay Area gardens due to their suitability to the local Mediterranean climate, which offers them ample sunshine and well-drained soil. They provide a spectacular display of color and form from mid-summer through fall, enhancing garden diversity and supporting pollinators. Additionally, their versatility for both in-ground and container gardening make them a favorite among the vibrant local gardening community. Plus, their long-lasting blooms are perfect for creating beautiful indoor arrangements, bringing the joy of the garden inside.
Alauna Clair-Obscur
This variety is known for its striking contrast, often featuring dark petals with lighter tips or vice versa, creating a dramatic visual effect.
Anemone - Floorinoor
Anemone-type dahlias like Floorinoor have a central disk of tubular florets surrounded by a ring of flat ray florets. The 'Floorinoor' variety may have a unique color combination or petal arrangement.
Babylon Red
Babylon dahlias are large, dinnerplate-sized flowers, and 'Babylon Red' likely refers to a variety with bold, bright red blooms.
Creme De Cassis
This variety may have a creamy, purple-tinged color reminiscent of the blackcurrant liqueur it's named after, with a subtle gradation of hues.
Kelvin Floodlight
Known for its massive, bright yellow flowers, Kelvin Floodlight is a dinnerplate dahlia that can make a bold statement in any garden.
Lady Darlene
This dahlia may feature large, showy flowers with a mix of yellow and red, giving it a sunny, warm appearance.
Oleda
Oleda dahlias might present with a unique color or petal shape, possibly with elegant, soft hues or distinctively sharp petal edges.
Pinelands Princess
This variety could have a regal presence, with possibly pink or lavender petals that give it a delicate and refined look.
Snow Country
As the name suggests, Snow Country dahlias likely have large, white blooms that resemble the purity and calmness of a snowy landscape.
Sunny Cactus Blend
This variety might feature the spiky petals characteristic of cactus dahlias, with a blend of bright, sunny colors.
Tahiti Sunrise
With a name like Tahiti Sunrise, expect vibrant, tropical colors in a gradient, reminiscent of a sunrise.
Thomas Edison
This classic dahlia variety typically has deep purple blooms, offering a bold and dramatic hue to the garden.
- All In One Blend
- Bristol Stripe
- Caproz Pizzazz
- Caribbean Fantasy
- Dazzling Magic
- Frilly Blend
- Jamaica
- Marble Ball
- Peaches And Cream
Gladiolus
Planting gladiolus bulbs can greatly enhance your garden by adding vertical interest, a variety of colors, and dynamic shapes. Gladiolus flowers, with their tall spikes and large blossoms, draw the eye upward and create a backdrop for lower-growing plants, or they can serve as a striking focal point. They bloom in a rainbow of colors and can be used to create a succession of blooms throughout the summer by planting at two-week intervals. Gladiolus also make excellent cut flowers, allowing you to bring the beauty of your garden indoors.
Fragrant
This variety likely has a sweet or noticeable fragrance, which is a rare characteristic since most gladiolus are not known for their scent.
Jester
The 'Jester' may feature playful, bright colors or patterns that stand out in a garden, similar to the attire of a court jester.
Mardi Gras
A variety named 'Mardi Gras' could have vibrant, multi-colored blooms that mimic the festive colors of the famous New Orleans celebration.
Natan
This could be a variety with a unique or distinguished appearance, possibly featuring deep, rich colors or a striking pattern.
Polar Bear
Likely a pure white or very pale variety, suggesting the color and majesty of its namesake.
Prince of Orange
As the name suggests, this variety probably boasts orange-hued flowers, reminiscent of royal elegance.
Purple Flora
This one is expected to have purple blooms, a color often associated with elegance and depth.
Wine N Roses
This variety may feature deep red or burgundy flowers, evoking the rich colors of wine and the classic beauty of roses.
Freesia
- Blue Freesia
- Mixed Freesia
- Yellow Freesia
- Pink Freesia
Lilies
Planting lily bulbs can significantly enhance your garden by providing it with dramatic vertical accents, a wide range of colors, and elegant, often fragrant blooms. Lilies come in many varieties, each with its unique flower shape and pattern, offering a succession of blooms from early summer until fall. They can serve as excellent border plants, provide height and structure to flower beds, and are perfect for cutting gardens due to their long vase life.
Belcastro
May feature unique or sophisticated blooms, perhaps with an interesting color blend or distinctive petal shape.
Big News
Likely to be a large-flowered variety, possibly with a bold color or pattern.
Forever Susan
This lily might boast striking flowers, possibly with a combination of colors that make it memorable.
Lily of the Valley
This is actually a different genus than true lilies and is known for its delicate, bell-shaped flowers and sweet fragrance.
Lotus Wonder
Could have flowers resembling a lotus, perhaps with wide-spreading petals in a soft, elegant color.
Montego Bay
This name suggests tropical inspiration, perhaps with vibrant colors reminiscent of Caribbean seas.
Must See
This variety is probably eye-catching with unique features that command attention.
Netty's Pride
Possibly featuring distinctive color contrasts, perhaps with dark and light hues.
Palena
Might be characterized by pale or soft colors and a graceful appearance.
Pieton
This could be a variety with a strong stem and perhaps an elegant form or coloration.
Red Velvet
Likely to have deep red, velvety petals that are rich in texture and color.
Splendens
The name implies a splendid or particularly bright and attractive flower, with perhaps a large bloom or vibrant colors.
Stargazer
A popular variety known for its striking appearance, with bold colors and spots, facing upwards as if gazing at the stars.
Other Beauties
Anemone Blanda Mix
Begonia Picotee Mix
Bleeding Heart
Crocosmia Mix
Ranunculus Pastels
Ranunculus Mix
Sparaxis Mix
Tigridia Mix
Liatris Spicata
Bella Donna Lily
Gardening Essentials - For Planting Flowering Bulbs
SummerWinds Planting Mix
SummerWinds Planting Mix is a Natural and Organic Blend formulated with your growing conditions in mind. It is an all-purpose mix, great for flowers, trees, vegetables and ornamentals. Available in 2 cu ft. Bags.
E.B. Stone Organics Bulb Food
E.B. Stone Bulb Food is a blend of premium organic fertilizer formulated to provide the nutrients vital for abundant growth and flowers. The long lasting ingredients are ideal for feeding bulbs throughout the bloom period and will provide the nutrients necessary for a strong root system and vigorous bulbs. Contains: Feather Meal, Bone Meal, Dried Chicken Manure, Bat Guano, Alfalfa Meal, Kelp Meal, Potassium Sulfate, Humic Acids and Soil Microbes including Mycorrhizal Fungi.
Bulb Planter
This handy little tool will make planting your flowering bulbs a breeze.
